If your kids are constantly complaining about being bored or constantly asking you to open your wallet to purchase movie tickets, toys, electronics, etc., it may be time to suggest they take advantage of some of the kids ways to make money. Honestly, it is never too early for a child to learn the value of a dollar and how great it can feel to earn one’s own money. While the initial motivation may take some coaxing, your little one very well may turn out to be quite the workaholic once he or she is raking in the dough. Here is a list of kids ways to make money to get them started.
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15 Kids Ways to Make Money
Kids Way to Make Money #1: Babysitting Babysitting is practically a rite of passage for girls. If you think your daughter is responsible enough, suggest she take up babysitting to make some extra cash. Have her create flyers which can be put up at church or that you can hand out at work to get the ball rolling.
Kids Way to Make Money #2: Lawn Mowing With summer here, there are plenty of lawns that could use mowing…especially when families are headed out of town to visit relatives or enjoy a vacation. Have your child create flyers or talk to neighbors about mowing their lawn. Kids Way to Make Money #3: Chores
If you’re a busy parent (and what parent isn’t), and could use some help around the house, ensure quality work by paying your children to complete their chores. To keep track of chores and to help with motivation, check out this free printable chore chart.
Kids Way to Make Money #4: Lemonade Stand For younger kids, a lemonade stand can be the perfect kids way to make money. Help your little one whip up a great batch of lemonade and set up a table on the front yard. Note: Some supervision is advisable since your little one will be talking to and dealing with strangers.
Kids Way to Make Money #5: Bake Sale If your kid is a little chef in the making, consider a bake sale to earn some extra cash. He or she can whip up some cookies, cupcakes, or brownies and sell them on the front lawn, at your office (ask your boss first!), or maybe even at church or other community events.
Kids Way to Make Money #6: Newspaper Delivery If your child is mature enough, suggest a newspaper route as a kids way to make money. This is a great way for your child to get out of the house, enjoy the fresh air, and make some money. Warning: Be sure your child is responsible enough to handle this or you may end up getting up at the crack of dawn to delivery papers – not fun!
Kids Way to Make Money #7: Beverage Vendor Have your child sell water or other beverages at races, community events, and garage sales. While it may only be sporadic work, at least he or she will get a taste of earning money.
Kids Way to Make Money #8: Garage Sale If your child has a stash of old clothing, toys, books, and the like that he or she never uses any more, consider having a garage sale. Give your child stickers and tell him or her to price their items. Let them know that any money they make selling their objects they get to keep.
Kids Way to Make Money #9: Dog Walking Dog walking is an easy kids way to make money. Have your child talk to neighbors about walking their dog while they are at work or on vacation.
Kids Way to Make Money #10: Raking Leaves When summer is over, your kids can continue to make money by raking leaves in the neighborhood.
Kids Way to Make Money #11: Shoveling Snow A great kids way to make money in the winter is by shoveling snow. On snow days (or the weekends), send your children out to see if any of your neighbors would like their driveway or walk shoveled.
Kids Way to Make Money #12: Pet Sitting If you have friends, coworkers, or neighbors headed on vacation, see if they would like your child to do a little pet sitting. This can be simple (like going over to feed fish every other day) or complicated (bringing a dog to your house to watch for a week). Bonus: If your child has been wanting a pet and you aren’t certain, this can be a great way to see just how responsible he or she is when it comes to caring for a pet.
Kids Way to Make Money #13: Sell Friendship Bracelets Teach your child how to make friendship bracelets. If you aren’t sure how, simply do a quick Google search and you’ll turn up a plethora of how-to articles and YouTube videos. You can also use a friendship bracelet kit or reference a bracelet making book. Not only is this a fun and frugal bonding activity but your little one can also turn it into a business. He or she can sell friendship bracelets to neighborhood children and maybe even an adult or two.
Kids Way to Make Money #14: House Sitting If you have neighbors going out of town, your child can ask if they would be willing to pay to have their paper brought up to the porch, mail brought in, plants watered, etc.
Kids Way to Make Money #15: Advertising on Blogs or YouTube Videos If your child has a talent that others would love to learn about then consider letting them create a blog or YouTube videos to share their skills. Though they will likely not get rich on advertising revenue they might make some new online friends in the process.
There you have it – 15 kids ways to make money. Share these ideas with your kids and help them select the option that is right for their age and maturity level. Use these kids ways to make money to show your children how rewarding it can be to make your own money.
Do you know of other kids ways to make money? Share them in the comments.
Made From Pinterest says
Great list! Sometimes it’s hard to think of ways for your kids to earn money that you’re comfortable with and that don’t end up being more work for you! Great ideas here.